Borough of Roselle Park Meeting of July 21, 2016
Attendee Name Organization Title Status Arrived
Charlene Storey Borough of Roselle Park Councilwoman P 7:00 PM
Ryan Kelly Borough of Roselle Park Councilman P 7:00 PM
Gino Elmarassy Borough of Roselle Park Councilman P 7:00 PM
Eugene Meola Borough of Roselle Park Councilman P 7:00 PM
Joseph Petrosky Borough of Roselle Park Councilman P 7:00 PM
Thos Shipley Borough of Roselle Park Councilman P 7:00 PM
Carl Hokanson Borough of Roselle Park Mayor P 7:00 PM
Mayor Hokanson called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. and said it is being held in accordance
with the Open Public Meetings Act and adequate notice of this meeting has been provided as required by
law.
All contracts awarded by Mayor and Council must comply with the affirmative action
requirements of P.L. 1975, C.172. (NJAC 17:27).
As required by the Fire Prevention Code, he indicated the fire exits and the procedure to be
followed in case of fire.
Borough Clerk Cali read a short prayer followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Hokanson asked for a moment of silence for all the tragedies that have taken place in the
world and for all the Police Officers in the country.
COMMUNICATIONS
Councilwoman Storey moved the following communications; seconded by Councilman Meola,
all members present voting Aye, said motion was adopted.
Request from the residents of the 400 block of Hemlock Street to hold a Block Party on
Saturday, August 6, 2016 from 12:00 Noon until 10:00 p.m., with a rain date of Sunday,
August 7, 2016.
Request from the residents of the 300 block of Sheridan Avenue to hold a Block Party on
Saturday, July 30, 2016 from 12:00 Noon until 10:00 p.m., with a rain date of Sunday, July
31, 2016.
Indo American Senior Association requesting approval from Mayor and Council to provide
bus service on August 7th to attend Indian flag hosting ceremony at 1976 Morris Ave, Union,
New Jersey from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm.
CERTIFICATES/PROCLAMATIONS
Certificates
Special Agent Thomas Jedic
Sun Tavern 25th Anniversary
First Aid Squad Awards
The following resolution was offered by Councilwoman Storey; seconded by Councilman Meola.
RESOLUTION No. 169-16
BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park hereby promote
Patrolman Harold Breuninger to the rank of Sergeant in the Roselle Park Police Department, effective
July 22, 2016, at the annual salary of $106,501.64.
Vote Record – Resolution #169-16
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
The following resolution was offered by Councilwoman Storey; seconded by Councilman Meola.
RESOLUTION NO. 170-16
BE IT RESOLVED that Ryan Hokanson, 318 Hemlock Street, Roselle Park be and is hereby
appointed to the position of Probationary Police Officer (7-12 months) in the Roselle Park Police
Department, at an annual salary of $54,045.17 effective August 8, 2016 for a 12 month period ending
August 7, 2017.
Vote Record – Resolution #170-16
Adopted
Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
Proclamations
Sister City Relationship
INTERRUPT THE REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS
Councilwoman Storey moved to interrupt the regular order of business for a five minute recess;
seconded by Councilman Elmarassy and adopted.
RESUME REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS
Councilwoman Storey moved to resume the regular order of business; seconded by Councilman
Elmarassy and adopted.
REPORT OF STANDING COMMITTEES AND OTHER MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMITTEES
Councilwoman Storey
Expressed her concern for Miguel Martinez who is in the Marine Corp Reserve; he was in a
very serious accident and wished him well.
Expressed her concern for Councilman Meola’s family member.
Attended the Hispanic Heritage Festival.
June 29th was the Business Chamber Breakfast.
The Hiring Committee is working on an ad for a new Library Director.
July 1st joined Donald Payne, Jr. in an event against gun violence.
Looking forward to the ground breaking on Westfield Avenue; this is a positive move for the
town.
Thanked Chief Morrison for the internet sale signs.
Councilman Meola
Congratulated Lieutenant Breuninger on his promotion.
Congratulated Ryan Hokanson on his appointment.
Thanked Councilwoman Storey for her kind words about his family.
The Bulk Waste pick up went smoothly.
Congratulated Susan Calantone on her retirement from the Library.
Attended the Friends of the Library Meeting.
There will be a Board of Education Meeting on June 28th.
Attended the July 3rd fireworks; collected $820 in donations.
July 11th attended the Breakfast Meeting with Tom Kean, Jr.
Happy belated birthday to Mayor Hokanson.
There will be a bowling fundraiser on August 3rd at the Jersey Park Lanes in Linden; all
proceeds will go to the American Heart Association and the Valerie Fund.
Can be reached at 908-666-7824 for information.
Councilman Petrosky
Offered condolences to all Police Officers killed in the line of duty.
Offered condolences to the people of France.
June 18th attended the Hispanic Festival.
June 24th attended the Car Show.
June 27th attended the Municipal Land Use Board Meeting.
July 3rd attended the fireworks.
The RPYBL Annual Girls Softball Tournament will be from July 28th through July 31st.
Congratulated Harold Breuninger and Ryan Hokanson.
Congratulated Agent Tom Jedic and the First Aid Squad.
Thanked Mayor and Council for his 40 years of service award.
Also coached Borough Attorney Rich Huxford.
Councilman Kelly
Congratulated Ryan Hokanson; the Borough will be a getting a good Police Officer.
Councilman Elmarassy
Congratulated Ryan Hokanson and Agent Thomas Jedic.
Congratulated the First Aid Squad Members.
Attended the 4th of July fireworks.
Councilman Shipley
The RPGSA/STEM Technology Team made it to the National Championship competition.
There are many parking issues in Roselle Park.
There are two ordinances on for tonight that will address that.
Bond Ordinance #2466 is on for second reading.
Attended the Breakfast Meeting with Tom Kean, Jr.
REPORT AND RECOMMENTATIONS OF MAYOR
The next Car Show will be on July 29th.
Trying to bring the businesses and Car Show together.
June 25th did another Operation Chillout for the summer collection.
July 3rd fireworks was a phenomenal show.
Thanked all who helped to make the event safe.
Next year, the fireworks will be on the Saturday before the 4th.
The Senior Picnic was held on Saturday.
The Honorary Military Board is now back in Council Chambers.
Had a request for permission to put boxes in the Borough Hall, Casano Center and Library to
collect used eyeglasses.
Tom Solfaro – Borough Engineer
Congratulated the Mayor and his son.
Spoke about Resolution #180-16 regarding the OEM building.
Has been out for bid twice and rejected twice.
By State law, they were allowed to negotiate a price.
Mayor Hokanson said they are going out to bid for some more work and there is one street in
question.
Mr. Solfaro said the street in question is Colfax Avenue. The Borough has sponsored work
through NJDOT. All current DOT projects are currently shut down.
Ken Blum – Chief Financial Officer
Sewer bills are now past due and delinquent notices have been mailed out.
Received the new tax rate and the due date for taxes has been extended to August 31st, which
includes the 10 day grace period.
Richard Huxford – Borough Attorney
Has four matters for Closed Session:
Potential Litigation – Roselle Park Library
Potential Litigation – Rosewood Gardens
Personnel Matter – Construction Office
Ongoing Litigation – Qersdyn vs. Roselle Park
Congratulated Sergeant Breuninger and Officer Hokanson and their families.
Congratulated Councilman Petrosky.
Paul Morrison – Police Chief
Thanked the residents of Roselle Park for their support of the department.
Signs for the Internet Safety Zone have been installed in the parking lot and everything is
recorded.
The stop in front of Burger King is not a bus stop.
State has approved a bus stop at the Sun Tavern location and in front of the 7-Eleven on
Valley Road.
Doreen Cali – Borough Clerk
Asked if the Governing Body would like to hold another Borough Wide Garage Sale the
week before the October pickup.
REPORTS OF DEPARTMENTS
Councilwoman Storey moved to approve the following reports; seconded by Councilman
Elmarassy; all members present voting Aye, said motion was adopted.
Municipal Court Report for June 2016
Construction Code Enforcement Department Report for June 2016
Police Chief Report for June 2016
Casano Director Report for June 11, 2016 to July 15, 2016
PUBLIC COMMENT
Councilwoman Storey moved to open the public comment portion of the meeting; seconded by
Councilman Elmarassy and adopted.
Jacob Magiera, 612 Sheridan Avenue
Is the person named in Resolution #172-16 a long time employee or is he from a local
business.
Explain Resolution #184-16 and summer hours; will that go beyond July and August.
Opposed to taking time in the summer.
Are we getting our money’s worth with the hours worked.
Spoke about the Constitution.
Is opposed to Resolution #184-16.
What will the total be for the average household.
Was there an error in the tax rate for the Board of Education.
Dave Roberson, 220 West Sumner Avenue, #108
Councilman Shipley asked for comments on his Facebook page regarding Resolution #184-
16.
Gave him a list of items that he might consider.
Recommends they vote no.
How is the public served by lessening the availability.
Will the shift changes affect the employees’ commitments.
Will the work flow be achieved.
Is there a way to expand the availability of Borough Hall by shifting shifts around.
There are legal ramifications as a result of the reduced hours.
Saul Qersdyn, 150 Berwyn Street
The book houses have been moved.
Status of fire siren being moved.
Questions regarding the following Resolutions: #166-16, #171-16, #173-16, #174-16, #182-
16 and #183-16.
Resolution #184-16 should be tabled.
In 2013, Borough Hall was open 5 days per week and Thursday was the late night.
Spoke about Resolution #186-16, the employment agreement with the Casano Center
Director; who sponsored the agreement.
There are three sections that conflict with each other.
Will the Director take the drug and alcohol test.
Asked about the pension system.
Joseph DeIorio, 824 Larch Street
Thanked Mayor and Council for the sponsoring of the Sister City Proclamation with Italy.
Roselle Park Loves Arts will be working together with the Car Show on July 29th.
Resolution #184-16 is in conflict; should reflect the actual hours.
There was a Roselle Park Loves Arts Resolution #97-16 that was adopted previously to
Resolution #181-16.
Resolution #181-16 reads that Roselle Park supports and co-sponsors Roselle Park Loves
Arts.
Regarding Resolution #168-16, is the Clerk’s Office considering using an online auction; no
date set in the resolution.
Are the requirements such as time off, vacation time, pension, heath care contributions, etc.,
listed in Resolution #186-16 submitted to other Department heads.
There being no one else wishing to speak. Councilwoman Storey moved to close the public
portion; seconded by Councilman Elmarassy and adopted.
REPORT OF STANDING COMMITTEES AND OTHER MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMITTEES
(Continued)
Rupen Shah – Casano Center Director
Thanked the Farmer’s Market and Friends of the Library for the donations to the Casano
Center.
Girl Scouts will meet again at the end of August.
Casano Summer Picnic will be on July 31st at 6:00 p.m.
Reviewed activities and festivals at the Center.
Thanked all who have volunteered and donated to all events.
National Night Out will be held on August 2nd.
Casano Center has been rented out for the month of August.
Casano Center President, Vice President and Treasurer
Thanked the Mayor and Council for their support and are donating the proceeds from this
year to next year’s events.
Mark Pasquali – Superintendent of Public Works
Would like to discuss what Mayor and Council has done for Public Works.
Thanked them for the three new employees.
Has refurbished park benches and placed them in areas around the town.
Councilman Kelly asked about the interview process for the Public Works employees.
MINUTES TO BE APPROVED, PENDING ANY CORRECTIONS
Councilwoman Storey moved to approve the following minutes; seconded by Councilman
Elmarassy.
Special Meeting of May 25, 2016
Vote Record – Special Meeting of May 25, 2016
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
Regular Meeting of June 2, 2016
Vote Record – Regular Meeting of June 2, 2016
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
MOTION BILLS & PAYROLLS BE NOT READ
MOTION BILLS & PAYROLLS BE PASSED FOR PAYMENT
Councilwoman Storey moved that bills and payrolls be not read and passed for payment;
seconded by Councilman Elmarassy, all members present voting Aye, said motion was adopted.
PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES
SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCE NO. 2465
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER XVI
OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF ROSELLE PARK ENTITLED
BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
Councilwoman Storey moved to open the public hearing on Ordinance No. 2465; seconded by
Councilman Elmarassy and adopted.
Saul Qersdyn, 150 Berwyn Street
There were some issues with the fee structure.
Councilwoman Storey said they went over it with Mr. Belluscio and many of the fees were
brought down.
Mayor Hokanson said they went through every one.
Mr. Qersdyn asked are the CO’s for the entire development or each unit.
Other towns were reviewed.
Councilwoman Storey said they compared other towns and they came up with a lot of
compromises.
Mr. Qersdyn asked why are Houses of Worship not extended to all non-profits.
Mayor Hokanson said it will be discussed and can be changed by passing another ordinance with
the modifications.
Mr. Huxford said the Mayor is asking to pass this as is tonight; then a new ordinance will be
passed at another time with an amendment.
Mr. Qersdyn asked will there be a secondary ordinance to amend this section.
Suppose this goes through tonight and the other ordinance doesn’t; this will stand as it.
Is there a way to amend or to take it out tonight.
Joseph DeIorio, 824 Larch Street
There are two ways you can approach this.
You can add language or pull out the House of Worship.
If considering 501c threes, it is federal and not New Jersey.
Asked how many non-profits in town.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Councilwoman Storey moved to close the public
hearing on Ordinance No. 2465; seconded by Councilman Elmarassy and adopted.
Councilman Shipley asked why it is there in the first place.
Mayor Hokanson said he brought this to Council and now we will modify it with the 501c threes.
Councilman Meola said it is a good compromise.
Councilwoman Storey said government does not have the right to choose what charities or where
a citizen’s money goes. She does not know what these do or do not support.
Councilman Shipley cannot seeing doing this for anyone. He said this needs to be addressed the
first time; there is a possibility that it won’t be a second time. He sees the urgency, but cannot support it.
Councilman Kelly said is it possible that there is a scenario where a homeowner has a non-profit
status can go ahead and have that reflected on their mortgage.
Mayor Hokanson said we are voting on passing this tonight, and at the next meeting we will
introduce and amendment.
Mr. Huxford said the passing of this ordinance is not contingent on what happens three or four
weeks from now.
Councilwoman Storey said it is unconstitutional.
Councilwoman Storey moved that Ordinance No. 2465 be adopted on second reading and
advertised as prescribed by law; seconded by Councilman Elmarassy.
Vote Record – Ordinance No. 2465
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
ORDINANCE NO. 2466
BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING AN APPROPRIATION OF $2,162,400 FOR
VARIOUS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS BY AND FOR THE BOROUGH OF
ROSELLE PARK IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY AND AUTHORIZING
THE ISSUANCE OF $1,595,000 IN BONDS OR NOTES OF THE BOROUGH FOR
FINANCING PART OF THE APPROPRIATION
Councilwoman Storey moved to open the public hearing on Ordinance No. 2466; seconded by
Councilman Elmarassy and adopted.
Saul Qersdyn, 150 Berwyn Street
Is this the same appropriation as was at the Budget Workshop.
Is the Fire Chief’s vehicle separate.
Regarding the surfacing of streets, are they the streets that were agreed to.
Explain the cost of bonds.
Estimate of the life of equipment.
Jacob Magiera, 612 Sheridan Avenue
Who is responsible to pay the money back.
Mr. Blum said the taxpayers of the Borough of Roselle Park.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Councilwoman Storey moved to close the public
hearing on Ordinance No. 2466; seconded by Councilman Elmarassy and adopted.
Councilwoman Storey moved that Ordinance No. 2466 be adopted on second reading and
advertised as prescribed by law; seconded by Councilman Elmarassy.
Vote Record – Ordinance No. 2466
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
ORDINANCE NO. 2467
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE #2395 TITLED “AN ORDINANCE
REQUIRING PUBLIC CONTRACTING REFORM, AMENDING ARTICLE I, “MAYOR
AND BOROUGH COUNCIL,” OF CHAPTER II, “ADMINISTRATION,” OF THE
REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF ROSELLE PARK,
NEW JERSEY,” IN ORDER TO CREATE A NEW SECTION THEREOF TO BE
KNOWN AS SECTION 2-4, ENTITLED, “AWARDING OF PUBLIC PROFESSIONAL
SERVICE CONTRACTS” (PAY TO PLAY) ADOPTED 11/7/13
BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park, County of Union,
and State of New Jersey that Article I, “Mayor and Borough Council, of Chapter II, Administration,
Section 2-4 be and here is repealed in its entirety
SECTION 1. If any section or portion of a section of this Code shall be invalid for any reason,
such invalidity shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections or portions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances, to the extent that they are inconsistent
herewith, are hereby repealed.
SECTION 3. This amendment to the Code of the Borough of Roselle Park shall become effective
upon publication and in accordance with law.
Councilman Shipley moved that Ordinance No. 2467 be tabled; seconded by Councilman Kelly.
Vote Record – Table Ordinance No. 2467
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
Councilwoman Storey moved that Ordinance No. 2467 be adopted on first reading and advertised
as prescribed by law for second reading and public hearing on August 18, 2016; seconded by Councilman
Petrosky.
Vote Record – Ordinance No. 2467
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
ORDINANCE NO. 2468
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER X, SECTION 10-4.1
OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF ROSELLE PARK ENTITLED
FEES FOR RECREATION/COMMUNITY CENTER
BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park, County of Union,
and State of New Jersey that Chapter 10, Section 10-4.1 of the Borough of Roselle Park Code be and here
is amended as follows:
SECTION 1: Fees Enumerated
Community Center Rental for Private Parties.
Up to and including five (5) hours- $300.00 (which includes a $50.00
non-refundable deposit).
Over five (5) hours- $300.00 (which includes a $50.00
non-refundable deposit) plus and
addition $50.00 per additional hour.
SECTION 2: If any section or portion of a section of this Code shall be invalid for any reason,
such invalidity shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections or portions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: All ordinances or parts of ordinances, to the extent that they are inconsistent
herewith, are hereby repealed.
SECTION 4: This amendment to the Code of the Borough of Roselle Park shall become
effective upon publication and in accordance with law.
Councilwoman Storey moved that Ordinance No. 2468 be adopted on first reading and advertised
as prescribed by law for second reading and public hearing on August 18, 2016; seconded by Councilman
Shipley.
Vote Record – Ordinance No. 2468
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
ORDINANCE NO. 2469
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER VII, SECTION 7-17.2
OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF ROSELLE PARK ENTITLED
PARKING PROHIBITED DURING CERTAIN HOURS ON CERTAIN STREETS
(PINE STREET)
BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park, County of Union,
and State of New Jersey that Chapter 7, Section 7-17.2 be and here is amended to add the following
location as follows:
SECTION 1: 7-17.2 Preferential Parking Zones: Locations and Restrictions.
Name of Street Side Time Location
Pine Street Both 2am-5am 700 Block
Between West Roselle
Avenue and West Colfax
Avenue.
SECTION 2: If any section or portion of a section of this Code shall be invalid for any reason,
such invalidity shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections or portions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: All ordinances or parts of ordinances, to the extent that they are inconsistent
herewith, are hereby repealed.
SECTION 4: This amendment to the Code of the Borough of Roselle Park shall become
effective upon publication and in accordance with law.
Councilwoman Storey moved that Ordinance No. 2469 be adopted on first reading and advertised
as prescribed by law for second reading and public hearing on August 18, 2016; seconded by Councilman
Kelly.
Vote Record – Ordinance No. 2469
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
ORDINANCE NO. 2470
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER VII, SECTION 7-17.2
OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF ROSELLE PARK ENTITLED
PARKING PROHIBITED DURING CERTAIN HOURS ON CERTAIN STREETS
(WEST ROSELLE AVENUE)
BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park, County of Union,
and State of New Jersey that Chapter 7, Section 7-17.2 be and here is amended to add the following
location as follows:
SECTION 1: 7-17.2 Preferential Parking Zones: Locations and Restrictions.
Name of Street Side Time Location
West Roselle Avenue Both 2am-5am Between Hazel Street and
Larch Street.
SECTION 2: If any section or portion of a section of this Code shall be invalid for any reason,
such invalidity shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections or portions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: All ordinances or parts of ordinances, to the extent that they are inconsistent
herewith, are hereby repealed.
SECTION 4: This amendment to the Code of the Borough of Roselle Park shall become
effective upon publication and in accordance with law.
Councilwoman Storey moved that Ordinance No. 2470 be adopted on first reading and advertised
as prescribed by law for second reading and public hearing on August 18, 2016; seconded by Councilman
Kelly.
Vote Record – Ordinance No. 2470
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
ORDINANCE NO. 2471
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER VII, SECTION 7-40.1.d
OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF ROSELLE PARK ENTITLED
REGULATION FOR THE MOVEMENT AND PARKING OF MOTOR VEHICLE
TRAFFIC ON MUNICIPAL PROPERTY AND/OR PUBLIC STREETS
BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park, County of Union,
and State of New Jersey that Chapter 7, Section 7-40.1.d be and here is amended as follows:
d. Municipal Parking Lot #2.
1. Location—Municipal Parking Lot #2 is located on Chestnut Street between Charles Street
and East Grant Avenue.
2. Maximum Time Limits—The time limit for Municipal Lot #2 is as follows:
Parking Stalls Hours of Enforcement Maximum Time Limit
1 through 43 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday through Saturday
12 hours
44 through 50 Reserved for the use of employees and volunteers working at
the Casano Community Center. Vehicles in the designated
stalls must display a permit card issued by the Mayor and
Council through the office of the Administrative Assistant.
54 through 60 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday through Saturday
12 hours
3. Snow Removal Parking Prohibited. Whenever snow has fallen and the accumulation is
such that it covers the street, an emergency shall exist and no vehicle shall be parked in the
Municipal Parking Lot No. 2.
4. Establishment of Preferential Parking for Senior Citizens in Lot No. 2.
(a) Authorization. The Mayor and Council finds that it is appropriate to designate
parking by permits in Borough Lot No. 2 to senior citizens over the age of sixty (60).
(b) Issuance of Permits.
(1) Issuing authority, the Borough Clerk, shall issue permits for preferential
parking for automobiles owned and operated by Senior Citizen residents of the
Borough of Roselle Park over the age of sixty (60) in Borough Parking Lot No. 2.
Applicants for such permits shall be required to present proof of residency by a
valid New Jersey Drivers License and Motor Vehicle Registration.
(2) Fees. There will be no fee charged for Senior Citizen Parking Permits for
Borough Lot No. 2.
(3) Duration of Permits. Permits issued pursuant to this section shall remain
in effect from August 1 to July 31 of the year following the date of issuance or
fraction thereof, as long as the applicant continues to reside in the Borough of
Roselle Park. Renewals for permits shall be applied for and issued during the month
of July preceding the period for which a renewal is sought. Each renewal shall be
subject to the same conditions and restrictions as any new application.
(c) Prohibitions.
(1) It shall be unlawful for any person to sell, rent, transfer or lease,
or cause to be sold, rented, transferred or leased, for any value or consideration or
no value or consideration any preferential parking permit. Upon conviction for a
violation of this subsection, all preferential permits issued to a senior citizen shall
be void and shall be returned to the Borough Clerk's office.
(2) It shall be unlawful for any person to buy or otherwise acquire for
value, or otherwise use any preferential parking permit, except as provided for in
this section.
(d) Penalty for Violation. The penalty for violation of this chapter shall be a fine not
exceeding one thousand ($1,000.00) dollars or imprisonment for a period of ninety (90) days,
or both, and revocation of the parking permit privilege.
(e) Preferential Parking Zone Established. Preferential Parking Zones: Locations and
restrictions. The following is a designated preferential parking zone, provided space is
available:
Borough Lot No. 2 East Grant Avenue and
Chestnut Street (CR 627)
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.,
Monday to Friday
5. Establishment of Parking Restrictions During the Roselle Park Farmers Market.
(a) Authorization. The Mayor and Council find that it is appropriate to restrict
parking in stalls 1 through 24 in Borough Lot 2 for the Roselle Park Farmers
Market to operate on Wednesdays during the months of July through November.
(b) Prohibition. No unauthorized vehicles shall park in parking stalls 1 through 24
from 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. in in Borough Lot 2 on Wednesdays during the
months of July through November.
(c) Penalty for Violation. The penalty for violation of this chapter shall be the penalty
set forth in Section 7-4 of this Chapter. In addition, anyone who violates this
section shall subject their vehicle to be towed at the owner’s expense.
SECTION 2: If any section or portion of a section of this Code shall be invalid for any reason,
such invalidity shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections or portions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3: All ordinances or parts of ordinances, to the extent that they are inconsistent
herewith, are hereby repealed.
SECTION 4: This amendment to the Code of the Borough of Roselle Park shall become effective
upon publication and in accordance with law.
Councilwoman Storey moved that Ordinance No. 2471 be adopted on first reading and advertised
as prescribed by law for second reading and public hearing on August 18, 2016; seconded by Councilman
Elmarassy.
Vote Record – Ordinance No. 2471
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
RESOLUTIONS
The following resolutions listed on Consent Agenda were offered by Councilwoman Storey;
seconded by Councilman Shipley.
RESOLUTION NO. 165-16
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park that the Tax
Collector hereby authorizes the Treasurer to issue a check in the amount of $250.00 payable to Ida Ayala
for a Senior Citizen Deduction allowed for the year 2016 per the Tax Assessor on Block 911/Lot 10
(otherwise known as 135 Walnut St., Roselle Park, N.J.)
RESOLUTION NO. 166-16
WHEREAS, certain Federal funds are potentially available to the County of Union under Title I
of the Housing and Community Development Block Grant Act of 1974, as amended, commonly known as
the Community Development Block Grant program; and
WHEREAS, certain Federal funds are potentially available to the County of Union under Title II
of the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, commonly known as the HOME Investment
Partnerships program; and
WHEREAS, substantial Federal funds provided through subtitle B of Title IV of the McKinney-
Vento Homeless Assistance Act commonly known as the Emergency Solutions Grants program (ESG)
are allocated to prevent homelessness and to enable homeless individuals and families to move toward
independent living; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to amend an existing Cooperative Agreement for the County of Union
and its people to benefit from this program; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the Borough of Roselle Park and the County of Union in
cooperation with each other to enter into a modification of the existing Cooperative Agreement pursuant
to N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Governing Body of the
Borough of Roselle Park that the agreement entitled “COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
COUNTY OF UNION AND CERTAIN MUNICIPALITIES FOR CONDUCTING CERTAIN
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES,” dated June 5, 2014, for the Purpose of Inserting a
Description of Activities for Fiscal Year 2016-2017 of the Union County Community Development Block
Grant program, the HOME Investment Partnerships program, and the Emergency Solutions Grants
program (ESG), a copy of which is attached hereto; be executed by the Mayor and Municipal Clerk in
accordance with the provisions of law;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution shall take effect immediately upon its
adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 167-16
BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park hereby award a
contract to A3 Contracting, LLC, 707 Washington Avenue, Linden, New Jersey 07036 in the amount not
to exceed $18,600.00 for the project Roselle Park Home Improvement Program, Case No. RP-20, Block
511/Lot 4.
RESOLUTION NO. 168-16
WHEREAS, the Borough of Roselle Park no longer has use for the attached automobiles
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park that the Borough Clerk
be and is hereby authorized to sell the attached items, as is, at public sale at a date within 60 calendar
days. The auction will be advertised in the following media, Union Leader and Star Ledger and Borough
of Roselle Park Web Site.
1. Said sale shall be conducted by the Borough Clerk or by any person so designated by her.
2. Said property is being sold “as is”.
3. All prospective purchasers are put on notice to personally inspect the property.
4. At the Time of said sale, the purchaser shall deposit the entire purchase price with the Borough
Clerk in cash or certified check made payable to the Borough of Roselle Park.
5. If the purchaser fails to take title and possession with ten (10) days of the date of purchase, the
Governing Body of the Borough of Roselle Park may declare the contract of sale to be terminated
and may retain all monies paid there under as liquidated damages, and the Borough may resell
said property or pursue such other and further legal and equitable remedies as it may have. If the
purchaser fails to take title or possession within said ten (10) days, purchaser will be liable for
reasonable storage fees.
6. If the title to this property shall prove to be unmarketable, the liability of the Borough shall be
limited to the repayment of the amount of any sums paid by said purchaser to the Borough
without any further costs, expense, damage, claim against or liability upon the Borough.
7. The Borough of Roselle Park reserves the right to reject all bids and shall not be obligated to
accept any bids
8. All prospective purchasers are put on notice that no employee, agent, officer, body or subordinate
body has any authority to waive, modify or amend any of the within conditions of sale.
Year Make Identification Number Minimum Bid
1993 Honda 1HGCB7653PA084145 $200.00
2002 Jeep 1J4GW48S42C117540 $200.00
RESOLUTION NO. 171-16
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park that the Tax
Collector is hereby authorized per the Union County Tax Board of New Jersey to issue a reduction and/or
refund for County Board Tax Appeals on 22 properties (paperwork available in the Tax Office) located in
the Borough of Roselle Park. Refund and/or reduction will be issued accordingly totaling $32,793.66.
RESOLUTION NO. 173-16
BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park, Union County,
New Jersey hereby rescind Resolution Number No. 149-16 authorizing execution of contract with Pitney
Bowes for postage machine in the amount of $11,547.00 for a period of five years; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council hereby authorize an agreement
between Pitney Bowes, 43 Route 46 East, Suite 706, Pine Brook, New Jersey 07058 and the Borough of
Roselle Park for the lease agreement meter rental and service of a postage machine, for a period of five
years, from July 1, 2016 thru June 30, 2021 at the monthly rate of $149.10 in the total amount of
$8,946.00. This is through New Jersey State Contract #A41258.
RESOLUTION NO. 174-16
WHEREAS, the Borough of Roselle Park and Roselle Park Dispatcher Group (hereinafter
referred to as the “Dispatchers”) have been engaged in negotiations for the 2016 to 2019 contract years;
and
WHEREAS, an Agreement was executed regarding wages, hours of work and other terms and
conditions of employment; and
WHEREAS, said Agreement was ratified on March 31, 2016 by the general membership of the
Dispatchers.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle
Park in the County of Union and State of New Jersey, as follows:
1. The collective bargaining Agreement between the Borough and the Dispatchers is hereby
extended for the period of January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2019 as stated in the attached agreement.
RESOLUTION NO. 176-16
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park that the Tax
Collector hereby authorizes the Treasurer to issue multiple checks totaling $19,372.42 payable to three (3)
lien holders on five (5) properties (paperwork available in the Tax Office); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to issue checks in the amount of $33,000.00 from the Tax
Collector’s Premium Account.
RESOLUTION NO. 177-16
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park of Union County,
New Jersey upon the recommendation of the Borough Engineer that the Change Order for the Contract
listed below be and is hereby approved.
TITLE OF JOB: Aldene Park – Phase IV
CONTRACTOR: Reivax Contracting Corp., 356 Thomas Street, Newark, NJ 07114
CHANGE ORDER Nº: 1
AMOUNT OF CHANGE THIS RESOLUTION: $18,515.40 (9.95% Decrease) for an updated contract
amount of $167,499.60.
This Resolution to take effect upon certification by the Borough Treasurer that sufficient funds
are available.
RESOLUTION NO. 178-16
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park, Union County,
New Jersey that the contract for the Aldene Park – Phase 4 was constructed by Reivax Contracting Corp.,
Newark, NJ, in accordance with the Plans and Specifications and any approved Change Orders, as
directed by the Borough Engineer. The Contractor having supplied a 25% Guarantee Bond No. 2202632
for a period of two (2) years from June 15, 2016. The said construction is hereby accepted and final
payment in the amount of Twenty-Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Three Dollars and Sixty-Eight
Cents ($27,943.68) is hereby approved.
This Resolution to take effect immediately.
RESOLUTION NO. 179-16
WHEREAS, N.J.S.40A:4-87 provides that the Director of the Division of Local Government
Services may approve the insertion of any special item of revenue in the budget of any county or
municipality when such item shall have been made available by law and the amount was not determined
at the time of the adoption of the budget, and
WHEREAS, the Director may also approve the insertion of any item of appropriation for equal
amount, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle
Park, County of Union, State of New Jersey, hereby requests the Director of the Division of Local
Government Services to approve the insertion of an item of revenue in the budget of the year 2016 in the
sum of $5,499.26 which item is now available as a revenue from the Alcohol Education and
Rehabilitation Fund Grant pursuant to the provisions of statute, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the like sum of $5,499.26 is hereby appropriated under the
caption of the Alcohol Education and Rehabilitation Fund Grant, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Borough Clerk forward a certified copy of this
resolution with enclosures to the Chief Financial Officer to submit the resolution electronically to the
Director of the Division of Local Government Services.
RESOLUTION NO. 180-16
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park, Union County,
New Jersey upon the recommendation of the Borough Engineer, Michael J. Neglia, that the Contract for:
OEM STORAGE BUILDING
BOROUGH OF ROSELLE PARK
UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
be awarded to Hull-Vicci Construction Corp. of Cranford, New Jersey for the sum of Eighty-Three
Thousand One Hundred Dollars and Zero Cents ($83,100.00).
RESOLUTION NO. 182-16
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park, Union County,
New Jersey that a Professional Service Contract for review of all Federal and State fillings to date, review
latest Financial Statement prepared by the SID, compile financial information from last Financial
Statement through March 2016, prepare and file all outstanding Federal and State forms, and prepare
dissolution forms for filing with the New Jersey Secretary of State for:
Dissolution of the Special Improvement District (SID)
be awarded to Samuel Klein & Company of Newark, New Jersey for the sum of Five Thousand Dollars
and No Cents ($5,000.00). This Resolution to take effect upon certification on this Resolution by the
Borough Treasurer that sufficient funds are available.
RESOLUTION NO. 183-16
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park, Union County,
New Jersey that a Professional Service Contract for review of prior year audit reports to obtain the
following: debt service requirements, including but not limited to sinking funds, reserve funds and other
bonds, notes and loans; review capital expenditures made by the Borough not funded by bond ordinances;
review any gifts, contributions or subsidies received from Federal, State or County Governments; review
all sewer utility bond ordinances; determine total number of service units served by the Borough;
determine the estimated average daily flow for each class of user; and prepare a schedule calculating the
proposed connection fees for:
Establishing Separate Sewer Connection Fee
be awarded to Samuel Klein & Company of Newark, New Jersey for the sum of Six Thousand Five
Hundred Dollars and No Cents ($6,500.00). This Resolution to take effect upon certification on this
Resolution by the Borough Treasurer that sufficient funds are available.
RESOLUTION NO. 187-16
BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park hereby authorize
the extension of the due date for the payment of 3rd quarter taxes for the year 2016 until August 31, 2016.
RESOLUTION NO. 188-16
BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park hereby accept the
resignation of Valeria Borba from the position of Dispatcher in the Roselle Park Police Department,
effective July 18, 2016.
Vote Record – Resolutions #165-16 to #168-16; #171-16; #173-16; #174-16; #176-16 to #180-16; #182-16; #183-16; #187-16 & #188-16
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
The following resolution was offered by Councilwoman Storey; seconded by Councilman Kelly.
RESOLUTION NO. 172-16
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park that Robert
Krahnert, 337 Minute Arms Road, Union, New Jersey is hereby appointed to the position of Assistant
Superintendent of Public Works, for a ninety day probationary period, effective July 25, 2016 at the
current annual salary of $69,446.73 upon successful completion of pre- employment processing.
Councilman Kelly commented that they should all be aware of the probationary period.
Councilman Shipley said that we are essentially hiring them and it is kind of odd that we have no
knowledge of who these people are, their qualifications, etc. There should be some way we can have
some oversite or some knowledge of who these people are. To have a resume or to know who these
people are ahead of time, so we are not just voting blindly.
Councilwoman Storey said they could consider having certain questions before we get into the
area of their expertise.
Councilman Petrosky said that Mr. Pasquali does have a format of questions that he asks.
Councilwoman Storey said that is something we should see.
Mayor Hokanson said they could receive copies of the candidates.
Councilman Shipley said they only get information a few days before and they really have no
idea of their qualifications and what they are voting on.
Ms. Cali said to remember that resumes are not public information and you have to be careful that
those don’t get out to the public. The committee could do a report to the Governing Body about the
candidate.
Vote Record – Resolution #172-16
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
The following resolution was offered by Councilwoman Storey; seconded by Councilman
Petrosky.
RESOLUTION NO. 175-16
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park that the Tax
Collector is hereby authorized to reduce Sewer Utility bills on eleven (11) properties totaling $12,195.00
(paperwork available in the Tax Office).
Vote Record – Resolution #175-16
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
The following resolution was offered by Councilwoman Storey; seconded by Councilman
Elmarassy.
RESOLUTION NO. 181-16
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park that the Borough
of Roselle Park hereby supports and co-sponsors Roselle Park Loves Arts for September 24, 2016.
Councilman Meola asked for some clarification of what their role is in supporting this if it is
going to be a Borough event.
Mayor Hokanson said the Borough is paying for the insurance and the Police officers for the
event, but it is just a minimal cost. The fees have been waived for the artists. He said there was
controversy over what we mean by support. Mayor and Council are now backing Roselle Park Loves
Arts.
Councilman Shipley this is mainly clarification.
Vote Record – Resolution #181-16
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
BOROUGH CLERK GRIEVANCE
Councilwoman Storey made a motion to grant the Borough Clerk’s grievance to uphold the terms
and conditions of the Borough Clerk’s Contract dated January 15, 2009, subject to a formal resolution,
seconded by Councilman Meola.
Vote Record – Uphold Borough Clerk Grievance
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
Councilman Elmarassy left the meeting at this time (10:40 p.m.).
The following resolution was offered by Councilwoman Storey; seconded by Councilman Meola.
RESOLUTION NO. 184-16
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park that Resolution
No. 107-16 approving summer hours for Borough Hall, from June 6, 2016 thru September 2, 2016, be and
is hereby amended to become a permanent schedule.
Councilman Kelly said the summer hours would continue through the year, and what would those
hours be.
Mayor Hokanson said they would be Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. with
an hour for lunch, which makes the employee work one extra hour a week. The fifteen paid holidays they
receive; instead be being paid 15 eight hour days, they will be paid 15 ten hour days. Technically, the
Borough employee would be working an additional 22 hours per year at no charge.
Councilman Kelly said he understands that this is giving more evening hours. He does not agree
on it because many of the employees are service rolls.
Councilman Shipley said this should be reworked. One issue is receiving the agenda on Fridays
and people needing permits on weekends. There should be another solution for this.
Vote Record – Resolution #184-16
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
The following resolution was offered by Councilwoman Storey; seconded by Councilman
Petrosky.
RESOLUTION NO. 185-16
BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park hereby accept the
donation from Pat Butler of a bench at the Historical Museum in memory of Joe Butler.
Councilwoman Storey said this is a nice gesture by Pat Butler and will be a nice addition to the
town.
Vote Record – Resolution #185-16
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
The following resolution was offered by Councilwoman Storey; seconded by Councilman
Petrosky.
RESOLUTION NO. 186-16
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park that Resolution
No. 158-15 appointing Rupen Shah, 110 Grove Street, Roselle Park to the position of Administrative
Assistant for the Casano Community Center effective June 19, 2015, be and is hereby amended to the
position of Casano Center Director as per the attached agreement.
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
CASANO CENTER DIRECTOR
This is an Agreement between the Borough of Roselle Park (the “Borough”) with offices located
at 110 East Westfield Avenue, Roselle Park, New Jersey 07204 and Rupen Shah who resides at 110
Grove Street, Roselle Park, NJ.
WHEREAS, Rupen Shah was appointed to the position of Administrative Assistant for the
Casano Community Center effective June 19, 2015, at the annual salary of $47,175.15 which title was
amended February 4, 2016 by Borough Ordinance #2447 to Casano Center Director
BE IT RESOLVED the position of Administrative Assistant shall hereby be known as Casano
Center Director. The term for the position of the Casano Center Director is a permanent position; the
person shall continue to hold office during good behavior and efficiency, and shall not be removed
therefrom except for just cause and then only after a public hearing upon a written complaint setting forth
the charge or charges against him before the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Roselle Park
WHEREAS, the Borough and the Casano Center Director desire to set forth all of the terms and
conditions of Shah’s employment as the Borough’s Casano Center Director in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises contained in this Agreement, the
Borough and Shah agree as follows:
1. Reporting Structure. Shah shall report directly to the Mayor and Council.
2. Responsibilities. Shah will perform all of the duties and responsibilities of the Casano Center
Director as set forth in Roselle Park Borough Code, which are incorporated into this
Agreement by reference.
3. Annual Salary. The Borough agrees to pay an annual base salary of the current salary
ordinance and to provide adjustments in future years equal to salary increases given to all
other department heads.
4. Borough Policies. Shah understands and agrees that he will follow all Borough policies,
procedures, rules and regulations concerning employee conduct in the workplace. These
policies, procedures, rules and regulations are incorporated by reference into this Agreement.
5. Insurance/pension. The Borough shall provide health insurance, hospitalization, dental,
prescription and life insurance coverage consistent with all other management/non-union
employees hired after January 1, 1999 and commencing consistent with the terms of said
coverage. Shah will be responsible for contributing toward the cost of health insurance
coverage in the amount equal to that required by P.L. 2011,c.78. Employee will have pension
coverage under the New Jersey Public Employee Retirement System (“PERS”).
6. Notification of Absence Shah will provide the Mayor or Council Liaison, with as much
advance notice as possible of all absences, but in no event less than three (3) working days,
except in cases of emergency or where advance notice is not practicable, at which time Shah
will provide notice of his absence as soon as practicable.
7. Benefits. Shah shall receive twenty (20) vacation days for the years 2016, 2017, 2018
thereafter Shah shall annually receive twenty-five (25) days per year vacation time. He will
also receive holidays, three days personal time and fifteen sick leave days. Upon mutual
agreement of the parties, Shah may receive additional benefits deemed appropriate for
someone at his level, with his years of experience, and his proven dedication to the Borough.
8. Accumulated Sick Time Shah shall be entitled to sell his accumulated sick leave at the rate of
one (1) day for every three (3) accumulated sick days up to a maximum permitted by State of
New Jersey $15,000.
9. Retirement. Upon Shah attaining fifteen (15) years of service with the Borough and having
reached the age of sixty-five (65), he will be entitled to receive Borough paid for major
medical insurance and prescription program insurance, unless Shah is receiving similar
benefits from another employer, a former employer or another source on a non-contribution
basis.
10. Worker’s Compensation. The Borough will provide Shah with worker’s compensation
insurance in accordance with established state regulations.
11. Seminars, Conferences and Training. The Borough will permit Shah to use a reasonable
amount of time to attend seminars, conferences and training programs. Should Shah enroll in
a training program and leave the Borough within three (3) years of his start date for any
reason, he will be obligated to reimburse the Borough for the costs of such training program.
12. League of Municipalities Convention. The Borough will underwrite or reimburse the travel,
housing, meals and registration expenses for the annual New Jersey League of Municipalities
Convention.
13. Drug and Alcohol Testing. Shah agrees to submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol
testing as well as where there is reasonable suspicion or post-accident.
14. Resignation. Shah will provide a minimum of thirty (30) days advance written notice of his
intent to resign. If mutually acceptable, the Borough and Shah may agree to reduce the
length of notice at the time it is given. Failure to provide a minimum of thirty (30) days
advance notice will constitute a resignation not in good standing.
15. Termination.
a. The close of business on an early termination date mutually agreed to in writing by the
Borough and Shah.
b. The close of business on the thirtieth day following Shah having provided written
notification of his intent to voluntarily resign, unless the Borough and Shah agree to an
earlier termination date.
16. Residency. The Borough is not going to require Shah to become a resident of the Borough at
any time during his employment.
17. Defense. The Borough shall defend, hold harmless and indemnify Shah against any tort,
professional liability claim, demand or other legal action, whether groundless or otherwise,
arising out of an alleged act or omission occurring in the performance of his duties, including
any action which might commence or continue after his retirement, resignation or
termination. The Borough shall not defend, hold harmless or indemnify Shah where he was
acting outside the scope of his responsibilities or engaged in willful or gross misconduct.
18. Entire Agreement. This Agreement sets forth the entire agreement between the parties, fully
supersedes any and all prior agreements or understandings between the parties, and many not
be modified orally. Either party may seek to terminate or amend this Agreement. All
amendments to this Agreement must be in writing signed by the Borough, through its
Governing Body, and Shah.
19. Severability. Should any provision of this Agreement be declared or determined by the court
to be illegal or invalid, the validity of the remaining parts, terms or provisions shall not be
affected and the illegal or invalid part, term or provision shall be revised by the court in order
that it should be considered legal.
20. Arbitration of Disputes. The Borough and Shah agree that any dispute that may develop
under this Agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the
rules of the New Jersey Public Employment Relations Commission. Each party shall be
responsible for its own attorney’s fees and the costs of the arbitration will be evenly split
between the parties. Judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in
any court having jurisdiction.
21. Outside Employment. Outside employment must be secondary to Borough work. However,
Shah is allowed to have outside employment as long as the schedule of such employment
does not conflict with Borough business or create a conflict or appearance of impropriety for
the Borough. Shah must obtain the written approval of the Mayor and Council before
accepting any outside employment.
22. Confidential Information. Confidential Information is technical or business information of
the Borough discovered, invented, authored or acquired by Shah during his employment with
the Borough and not generally known to the public. Shah recognizes and acknowledges that
Confidential Information, which Shah will become knowledgeable of as an employee of the
Borough, are valuable, special and unique aspects of the Borough. Accordingly, during
Shah’s employment and for an unlimited period following the termination of his employment
with the Borough, whether termination is voluntary or involuntary, and regardless of the
reason, Shah shall not, without the express written consent of the Borough, directly or
indirectly, by Shah or through any other person, firm, partnership, corporation, entity or
enterprise disclose or use in any manner, or allow to be disclosed or used in any manner the
Borough’s Confidential Information.
23. Borough Property. All originals and photocopies or any other form of reports, memoranda,
manuals, agreements, books, computer records and printouts, customer lists, sales records,
and any other material and/or equipment furnished to and/or maintained by Shah in
connection with his employment with the Borough shall remain the property of the Borough
and shall be returned to the Borough: (1) upon demand or (2) immediately upon termination
of employment.
24. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the
State of New Jersey applicable to agreements made to be performed therein. The courts of
the State of New Jersey, Union County, shall have exclusive jurisdiction.
25. Incorporation by Reference. This Agreement incorporates by reference relevant Borough
Codes. In the event of a conflict between this Agreement and Borough Codes, this
Agreement will control.
26. Survival of Obligations. The obligations in this Agreement shall continue after termination
of the Shah’s employment, regardless of the reason for termination.
Councilman Kelly would like some clarification.
Ms. Cali said this is changing the title from Administrative Assistant.
Councilman Kelly said is there any more of a financial commitment or insurance commitment.
Ms. Cali said everything remains the same except for vacation time.
Vote Record – Resolution #186-16
Adopted Adopted as Amended Defeated Tabled Withdrawn
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Storey
Kelly
Elmarassy
Meola
Petrosky
Shipley
Hokanson
MATTERS FOR REFERRAL TO COMMITTEE OR COUNCIL
MAYOR HOKANSON
Appointing Saul Qersdyn as a member of the Diversity Committee to fill the unexpired term
of Ibtisam Ali expiring December 31, 2016.
Appointing Krishna Patel as a member of the Diversity Committee to fill the unexpired term
of Keith Heyman expiring on December 31, 2016.
INTERRUPT THE REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS
Councilwoman Storey moved to interrupt the regular order of business for a Closed Session
Meeting; seconded by Councilman Shipley and adopted.
Mayor Hokanson read the Closed Session resolution and said Council would be discussing the
following matters:
Potential Litigation – Library vs. Roselle Park
Potential Litigation – Rosewood Gardens vs. Roselle Park
Potential Litigation – Construction Office vs. Roselle Park
Ongoing Litigation – Qersdyn vs. Roselle Park
RESUME REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS
Councilwoman Storey moved to resume the regular order of business; seconded by Councilman
Kelly and adopted.
Mayor Hokanson said that during Closed Session, Council discussed the following matters:
Potential Litigation – Library vs. Roselle Park
Potential Litigation – Rosewood Gardens vs. Roselle Park
Potential Litigation – Construction Office vs. Roselle Park
Ongoing Litigation – Qersdyn vs. Roselle Park
There being no further business to come before the meeting, Councilwoman Storey moved to
adjourn; seconded by Councilman Meola and adopted.
Attest:
Borough Clerk